Ma’anshan Population 2026
Ma’anshan has a population of 741,531, making it the #222 biggest city in 🇨🇳 China, located in Anhui. Roughly 0.1% of China's population lives here. It is about 34× smaller than Shanghai, the country's biggest city.
Population (city proper)
741,531
Rank in China
#222
Coordinates
31.69°N, 118.51°E
~24 m elevation · Asia/Shanghai
Distance to capital (Beijing)
934 km
580 miles, straight line
Other big cities in Anhui
Cities near Ma’anshan
FAQ
What is the population of Ma’anshan?
Ma’anshan has a population of 741,531 (city proper, latest official figure via GeoNames), making it the #222 biggest city in China.
What region is Ma’anshan in?
Ma’anshan is located in Anhui, China.
Is Ma’anshan the capital of China?
No, the capital of China is Beijing, about 934 km away.
Sources & notes
Population refers to the city proper (municipal boundaries), not the metropolitan area. Source: GeoNames (CC BY 4.0), retrieved 2026-07-07. Country data: UN World Population Prospects 2024.